Great Karakoram Traverse Trek
- Duration36 days
- TypeTrekking
- Group sizeUp to 16
- LevelModerate
- AccommodationHotel · Guesthouse · Camping
About this tour
If you are planning to take on the Great Karakoram Traverse Trek, consider booking with Hunza Explorers. As a tour operator, we have extensive experience in organizing treks in the region, and all our guides at Hunza Explorers are locals from Gilgit-Baltistan. This gives us an edge as we have an in-depth understanding of the area, and we know the best time to undertake the Great Karakoram Traverse Trek to have the most exceptional experience. We are dedicated to showcasing the natural beauty and cultural heritage of our homeland, and we strive to ensure that our clients have an unforgettable experience while on the trek.
The Great Karakoram Traverse Trek is an extraordinary adventure that takes you through one of the most stunning landscapes in northern Pakistan. The trek offers breathtaking views of some of the world’s highest peaks, including K2, the second-highest peak in the world. The trek takes you through remote villages and valleys, offering a glimpse into the lives of the local communities and their rich cultural heritage. The trek is challenging, with long days of hiking and steep ascents and descents, making it suitable for experienced hikers who are in good physical condition and are prepared for the rigors of high-altitude trekking. The best time to undertake the Great Karakoram Traverse Trek is from June to September when the weather is warmer, the skies are clear, and the views are at their best.
Highlights
- Trek through the spectacular landscapes of the Karakoram Range, one of the world's most impressive mountain regions.
- Experience breathtaking views of K2 (8,611 m), the world's second-highest mountain, and other legendary peaks.
- Cross remote high-altitude passes, glaciers and rugged mountain terrain.
- Explore the magnificent Concordia region, often described as the Throne Room of the Mountain Gods.
- Walk beneath some of the world's highest mountains, including Broad Peak, Gasherbrum I, Gasherbrum II and the mighty K2.
- Experience the vast glaciers and dramatic ice formations of the Karakoram.
- Visit isolated mountain valleys and traditional settlements, experiencing the hospitality and everyday life of local communities.
- Discover the rich Balti and mountain cultures of Gilgit-Baltistan.
- Challenge yourself with demanding trekking days, steep ascents and descents, and remote wilderness crossings.
- Enjoy exceptional opportunities for mountain photography, from towering summits to glacial landscapes.
- Trek with experienced local guides from Gilgit-Baltistan, bringing valuable knowledge of the mountains, routes and local traditions.
- Experience one of Pakistan's most rewarding high-altitude trekking adventures, combining wilderness, cultural encounters and spectacular mountain scenery.
Tour Itinerary
36 days, day by day-
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Day 2: Fly to Skardu
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Day 3: Prepration day in Skardu
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Day 4: Drive to Hushe Valley, overnight in guest house
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Day 5: Trek to Saicho
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Day 6: Trek to Dulsung Pa
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Day 7: Trek to Gondogoro BC
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Day 8: Rest/acclimatization day at Gondogoro BC
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Day 9: Trek to Gondogoro La High Camp
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Day 10: Trek to Ali Camp (Vigne glacier) via Gondogoro La Pass
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Day 11: Trek to Concordia
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Day 12: Rest day / explore around
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Day 13: Trek to Goro
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Day 14: Trek to Urdukas
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Day 15: Trek to Paiju
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Day 16: Trek to Karofong
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Day 17: Trek to Namla (towards to biafo glacier)
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Day 18: Trek to Mango
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Day 19: Trek to Baintha
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Day 20: Rest day /explore around
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Day 21: Trek to Napina
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Day 22: Trek to Karfogoro. overnight in tent
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Day 23: Trek to Sim Gang (Snow Lake)
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Day 24: Trek to Hispar La
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Day 25: Trek to Jutmal
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Day 26: Rest day / explore around
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Day 27: Trek to Bitenmal
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Day 28: Trek to Falalingkish
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Day 29: Trek to Hispar village
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Day 30: Trek to Hoper and drive to Karimabad
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Day 31: Rest day / explore around
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Day 32: Explore upper Hunza
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Day 33: Day excursion to Khunjerab Pass, in the evening drive back to Passu/Gulmit
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Day 34: Day to explore Passu/Ghulkin/Gulmit village.
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Day 35: Drive to Naran valley/Besham
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Day 36: Drive to Islamabad, arrive and explore the city. In the evening drive to the airport and fly to your destination
Included
- Accommodation as per the confirmed itinerary
- Daily breakfast, lunch and dinner (Full Board tours)
- Private air-conditioned or suitable tourist transport
- Services of a professional English-speaking tour guide
- Experienced local driver
- Airport transfers and transportation throughout the tour
- Domestic flights as specified in the itinerary
- All road tolls, parking fees and fuel charges
- Entrance fees to listed attractions and historical sites
- Sightseeing and excursions as mentioned in the itinerary
- All applicable government taxes and service charges
- Road permits and travel permissions where applicable
- Bottled drinking water during journeys
- 24/7 on-ground assistance from Hunza Explorers
Not included
- International flights to and from Pakistan
- Pakistan entry visa and visa processing fees
- Travel and medical insurance
- Personal expenses and laundry
- Beverages, including soft drinks, tea, coffee and alcoholic drinks
- Tips and gratuities for guides, drivers and hotel staff
- Optional activities and excursions not mentioned in the itinerary
- Additional meals and snacks outside the agreed meal plan
- Excess baggage charges
- Early check-in and late check-out at hotels
- Any additional accommodation or services resulting from flight delays, cancellations or unforeseen circumstances
- Expenses arising from natural disasters, road closures, political unrest or other circumstances beyond our control
- Any service not specifically mentioned under the Included section
Questions about this tour
How many days is the Great Karakoram Traverse Trek?
It is a 36-day tour, and the day-by-day plan is on this page. We can lengthen or shorten it around your dates.
Can I change the dates or the route?
Yes. Every itinerary can be lengthened, shortened or rebuilt around your dates, pace and group, and we explain what the changes mean for the price. Send your dates with the Request to book form, or tell us what you have in mind on the Plan my trip page.
Is anything charged when I send a request?
No. Nothing is charged and nothing is booked until you agree to the plan. We check availability, reply with a day-by-day plan and a price, and you confirm only if you are happy with it.
Can I travel on my own, as a couple or as a family?
Yes. We plan private trips for one person, a couple, a family or friends, and we also have small-group departures if you would rather share the trip. Tell us how many of you are travelling and whether you would like to join a group.
Can you help with my Pakistan visa?
We can provide a visa invitation letter on request: tick it on the booking form or mention it in your message. Visa rules depend on your nationality, so please also check the official Pakistan visa information for your passport.
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